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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Alexander III Lampsacus 328 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 17.24 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 328 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.24 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field Demeter facing with two torches and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Alexander III (Lampsacus) coin features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it was used as a form of currency throughout his empire. The coin's design was meant to symbolize Alexander's power and influence, as well as his connection to the gods.
